Morning Trip For 3 - Corpus Christi Inshore
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Seven-hour inshore charter targeting redfish and speckled trout.Captain Allen provides all tackle and equipment for anglers.Accommodates up to five passengers starting at 6:30am daily.
Captain Allen's morning fishing charter puts you right in the thick of Corpus Christi's best inshore action. Starting at 6:30am, this 7-hour adventure targets the shallow flats and grass beds where redfish, speckled trout, and black drum cruise for their next meal. With space for up to 3 anglers, you'll get personalized attention and primo fishing spots that bigger boats can't reach. The $900 rate covers your party of two, with an extra angler running $150 more – a solid deal for a full day of guided fishing in some of Texas' most productive waters.
You'll meet Captain Allen at first light, when the water's glass-smooth and the fish are actively feeding. This isn't a cattle-boat operation – with just 3 spots max, everyone gets plenty of elbow room and one-on-one coaching. The trip runs anywhere from 5 to 7 hours depending on how the fish are biting and weather conditions, so you're not locked into a rigid schedule. Allen knows these inshore waters like his backyard, hitting the productive grass flats around Corpus Christi Bay, the deeper pockets near channel edges, and those sneaky little cuts where big reds like to ambush baitfish. All your tackle's provided – quality spinning gear loaded with the right lures for whatever's biting that day. When conditions allow, live bait gets added to the mix, which can really turn on the bite for bigger trout and drum.
Captain Allen runs a wade-friendly operation, meaning you'll likely get your feet wet working the shallows where these fish love to feed. Don't worry if you're new to wade fishing – he'll keep you in knee-deep water and show you how to read the bottom structure. The gear setup is straightforward: medium-action spinning rods paired with 2500-series reels spooled with 15-20lb braided line. Depending on conditions, you'll throw everything from topwater plugs at sunrise to soft plastics bounced along the bottom. Spoon lures work magic when the trout are schooled up, while live shrimp under a popping cork can be deadly for both reds and specks. Allen carries a full spread of artificials – paddle tails, matrix shads, gold spoons, and topwater baits that'll get your heart pumping when a big red explodes on it. The boat's equipped with a shallow-water anchor system, so you can lock down on productive spots without spooking fish in 2-3 feet of water.
Redfish are the bread and butter of Corpus Christi inshore fishing, and these copper-colored bulldogs put up a fight that'll test your drag system. Most slot reds run 18-27 inches, perfect eating size, though don't be surprised if you hook into a bull red that'll strip line like a freight train. They're year-round residents, but spring and fall see the biggest concentrations moving through the shallows. Speckled trout are the other main target, with good numbers of 15-20 inchers and occasional gator trout pushing 25 inches or better. These spotted beauties are more finicky than reds, preferring specific water temps and barometric conditions, but when they're on, you can catch them by the dozens. Black drum often get overlooked, but these bottom-huggers can reach impressive sizes and fight with surprising power. Southern flounder provide some variety to the mix, especially during their fall migration when they stack up in deeper cuts. Sheepshead round out the target list – these convict-striped bait thieves around structure will test your hook-setting reflexes, but they're fantastic table fare when you can keep them pinned.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Texas inshore fishing, and Corpus Christi's shallow bays hold some of the state's healthiest populations. These bronze-backed fighters typically feed in 1-4 feet of water, tailing through grass beds and cruising oyster reefs. Spring through fall offers the most consistent action, with fish moving shallow during incoming tides. What makes reds special is their aggressive nature – they'll slam topwater baits with explosive strikes that'll get your adrenaline pumping. Plus, slot-sized fish between 20-28 inches make outstanding table fare with firm, white meat.
Speckled trout bring a different challenge to the table, requiring more finesse and timing than their redfish cousins. These spotted predators prefer slightly deeper water with grass beds and soft bottom structure, typically holding in 2-6 feet depending on season and weather patterns. Early morning and late afternoon produce the most consistent bites, especially during stable weather periods. Specks are notorious for their soft mouths, so setting the hook requires a firm but controlled motion. The reward is worth it – a 20+ inch gator trout is one of the most prized catches in Texas waters.
Black drum might not win beauty contests, but these powerful bottom-feeders provide some of the strongest fights you'll experience in shallow water. They're structure-oriented fish, hanging around oyster bars, bridge pilings, and channel edges where they vacuum up crabs and shrimp. Fall and winter months see the biggest specimens moving through Corpus Christi's bays, with fish over 30 inches not uncommon. Their drum-like sound when pulled from the water gives them their name, and their brute strength will surprise anglers expecting a typical bottom fish fight.
Southern flounder are the chameleons of the inshore world, perfectly camouflaged against sandy and muddy bottoms where they ambush unsuspecting prey. These flatfish are most active during their fall migration from September through November, when they move from bay systems toward deeper Gulf waters to spawn. Flounder fishing requires patience an
Get ready to hit Corpus Christi's productive inshore waters aboard this brand-new 2025 Majek 23-footer. Captain Allen's sleek center console packs serious fishing power with a 250HP Suzuki that'll have you cruising at 45 knots to the hottest redfish and speckled trout spots. The wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you're working shallow flats, while the fish finder helps locate schools holding in deeper grass beds. With an icebox to keep your drinks cold and GPS/radar for navigation, this rig is dialed in for chasing drum, flounder, and whatever else is biting in the bay. Perfect setup for three anglers looking to get into some serious saltwater action without the long run offshore.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the bulldogs of our inshore waters - powerful fish that'll test your drag system. These bottom-feeders typically run 5-15 pounds, though we see some real monsters pushing 40+ pounds around the jetties. They love oyster reefs, muddy flats, and structure where they can crush crabs and shellfish with those pharyngeal teeth. Spring is prime time when they school up for spawning, making them easier to target. What guests love is the fight - they're pure muscle and will make multiple runs. The smaller ones under 15 pounds are excellent table fare with firm, white meat. Here's the key: fresh blue crab or cut mullet on the bottom, and don't set the hook too early. Let them run with it for a few seconds - they need time to get that bait positioned in their crusher mouth before you lean into them.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the crown jewel of our inshore fishing here in Corpus Christi. These copper-colored bruisers with the signature black spot near their tail are built for shallow water fights. Most slot fish run 20-28 inches, but we target bull reds over 35 inches that'll really test your tackle. They cruise grass flats, oyster reefs, and shorelines in water so shallow their backs sometimes show. Year-round fishing is good, but fall is prime when they're feeding heavy. What makes them special is that explosive strike and bulldogging fight - they'll make long runs and really bend your rod. Plus, the slot-sized fish make excellent table fare with mild, sweet meat. The key is staying quiet and watching for tailing fish or nervous water. When you spot one, cast ahead of where they're moving and work your bait slowly past their nose - they can't resist a well-placed offering.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are the bread and butter of our Corpus Christi flats fishing. These spotted beauties typically run 14-20 inches and 1-3 pounds, with some gator trout pushing 5+ pounds. They love grass flats, drop-offs, and shell beds in 2-8 feet of water. Dawn and dusk are magic times, especially during cooler months when they're most active. What guests love is their willingness to hit both live bait and artificials, plus they put up a respectable fight with some nice head shakes. The meat is tender and flaky - just don't overcook it or it gets mushy. They're pretty predictable once you find them, often schooling together. My go-to tip: work your lure slowly along the grass edges and listen for their feeding activity. When trout are popping shrimp on the surface, you'll hear them before you see them. Match that feeding depth and you'll be hooked up.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the "convict fish" with their black and white stripes, and they're hands down the craftiest fish we target. They hang around any structure - docks, jetties, bridge pilings - feeding on barnacles and crabs with those human-like teeth. Most run 2-5 pounds and 12-16 inches, but we catch some slabs over 8 pounds. Winter through early spring is when they're most active in our area. What makes them challenging and fun is they're notorious bait thieves - they'll nibble and pick at your offering like little bandits. The meat is outstanding, sweet and flaky, making them one of the best eating fish around. The trick is using a small hook with fresh shrimp and keeping your bait tight to structure. When you feel that subtle tick-tick-tick, set the hook hard immediately - hesitate and they'll strip your bait clean off.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are masters of disguise - these flatfish bury themselves in sand and mud, waiting to ambush prey. You'll typically find them in 2-15 feet of water around grass flats, channel edges, and creek mouths. Most run 15-18 inches, but we catch some real doormat-sized fish up to 25+ inches. They're active year-round here, but fall and early winter are prime time when they're fattening up before their offshore spawning run. What makes them fun is their sneaky bite - they'll grab your bait and just sit there, so you need to feel for that subtle weight. Great eating too, with sweet white meat. Pro tip: when you feel one pick up your bait, count to three before setting the hook. They need time to get it positioned right in their mouth, and patience pays off with more fish in the boat.
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